{"id":10491,"date":"2026-04-17T15:20:55","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T13:20:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.debrige.de\/?page_id=10491"},"modified":"2026-04-17T16:04:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T14:04:41","slug":"the-duke-of-edinburghs-international-award-germany-e-v","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.debrige.de\/en\/network\/the-duke-of-edinburghs-international-award-germany-e-v\/","title":{"rendered":"The Duke of Edinburgh\u2019s International Award \u2013 Germany e.V."},"content":{"rendered":"

New to the network since 2026: the Duke Award<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Duke of Edinburgh\u2019s International Award \u2013 or Duke Award<\/strong> for short \u2013 is a globally recognised programme for the holistic personal development of young people aged between 14 and 24. Founded in 1956 by Kurt Hahn<\/strong>, the pioneer of experiential education and headmaster of Schloss Salem, and his former pupil Prince Philip<\/strong>, the programme is celebrating its 70th anniversary<\/strong> in 2026 \u2013 a milestone that impressively demonstrates how timeless and effective this approach remains to this day. Watch the anniversary video<\/a>
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\nHow does the Duke Award work?<\/strong>
\nThe programme is divided into four areas: Engagement, Physical Recreation, Skills<\/strong> and Expedition<\/strong>. In each area, participants set themselves individual goals, which they pursue independently over a period of 6 to 18 months \u2013 and are ultimately awarded a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award<\/strong>.
\nThe Duke Award is far more than just a certificate: it opens doors in the work world<\/strong>, particularly when applying for apprenticeships and university placements, whilst also providing access to a global alumni network<\/strong> that fosters lifelong friendships and international connections.
\nIn the UK, 30% of all 14-year-olds<\/strong> are already taking part in the programme. In Germany, the movement is growing rapidly: over the past five years, the number of young people reached has increased fivefold \u2013 in 2025, over 3,800 young people<\/strong> took an active part.
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\nOur cooperation with the Deutsch-Britischen Gesellschaft<\/strong>
\nAs a new member of the Deutsch-Britischen Gesellschaft network, we look forward to a dynamic partnership. Together with the local branches of DeBriGe, we aim to recruit new schools, universities and non-school educational institutions<\/strong>\u2013 such as sports clubs, youth clubs or residential homes \u2013 that wish to trial the Duke Award and offer it on a long-term basis.
\nGetting started is straightforward: all that is required is for us to grant you a licence and for at least two teaching staff members to attend our one-day training course, after which you will be able to act as Award Leaders<\/strong> to guide young people on their Duke journey. You can find all the information on licensing here<\/a>.
\nConversely, DeBriGe\u2019s local groups also benefit from the partnership: we keep our Award Leaders regularly informed about the Society\u2019s events \u2013 via our monthly newsletter<\/strong> and our social media channels<\/strong> \u2013 and in this way help to get more young people interested in German-British topics.
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\nGet in touch & experience the Duke Award for yourself<\/strong>
\nAcross Germany, over 180 educational institutions<\/strong> already offer the Duke Award. On our interactive map of program providers<\/a> you\u2019re sure to find a centre near you \u2013 the perfect way to get a feel for the programme.
\nYou can find your regional contact person within our association on the right-hand side of this page. They will be happy to assist you with any further queries.<\/p>\n

Impressions of the Award Ceremony in the Roten Rathaus, Berlin on 06.10.2025:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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For more information about this significant event, check out this Instagram-Collab-Post from SenBJF<\/a> (07.10.2025)<\/p>\n

Selected Press Releases:<\/strong>
\nNeuer Zugang zum Ich<\/a> (Schub Magazin, 11.03.2026)<\/p>\n

Schule der Zukunft: Wie sich Future Skills vermitteln lassen<\/a> (News4Teachers, 17.02.2026)<\/p>\n

Kuppenheimer Realsch\u00fcler \u00fcbernachten ohne Handy im Zelt \u2013 f\u00fcr ihre Zukunft<\/a> (Schwetzinger Zeitung, 20.12.2025)<\/p>\n

Allein im Wald: Dieses Schulprogramm bringt Kinder an ihre Grenzen<\/a> (Hamburger Abendblatt, 13.10.2025)<\/p>\n

Mehr als ein Zertifikat: Wie junge Menschen \u00fcber sich hinauswachsen<\/a> (Deutscher Philologenverband \u2013 Profil Magazin, 18.08.2025)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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